Sheetfed Second Press Operator 2nd and 3rd shifts

Mittera; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Mittera is seeking a Sheetfed Second Press Operator to assist with setup and operation of a printing press, working with the Press Operator and crew to meet customer specifications and deadlines.

You will help with ink management, plate mounting, wash-up, and equipment setup while ensuring quality control and minimizing waste. This role emphasizes reliability, safety, and adherence to procedures in a fast-paced pressroom.

Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma required.
• 1–3+ years of experience as a multicolor web second press operator preferred.
• Ability to read job tickets, layouts and artwork before starting work.
• Strong communication skills with all levels of the organization.
• Basic math skills for measurements and problem solving.
• Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram or schedule instructions.
• Must work well under deadlines and stay organized with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrates reliability, quality focus, and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Keeps feeder loaded with sheets of paper at all times.
• Reads and understands job tickets, layout sheets and artwork before starting.
• Assists in setup, make ready, wash-up and cleaning procedures.
• Records ink usage and checks for plate imperfections and sheet marks.
• Maintains compliance with OSHA/EPA rules and company safety guidelines.
• Performs routine maintenance on pressroom equipment and notes issues.

Skills

Reading work instructions

Effective communications

Basic math skills

Time management

Education

GED or high school diploma

Job description

Description

Sheetfed Second Press Operators assist with the set up and operation of a printing press in coordination with the Press Operator and assists crew members on the press, ensuring each job is run according to customer specifications and meeting internal and external deadlines; maintains quality control and reduces waste or press downtime. Follows departmental regulations and procedures to process customer jobs through the Department on a timely basis and within specified quality standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Keeps feeder loaded with sheets of paper at all times.
• Airs, winds, or turns paper stock.
• Reads and understands the job ticket, layout sheet, artwork, and other specifications before beginning assigned job.
• Assists Lead Press Operator in the manual and machine tasks in the operation of an offset printing press and other pressroom equipment.
• Assists in wash-up and cleaning procedures.
• Assists in the setup and make ready of the printing press and other equipment.
• Hangs plates, installs blankets and packing, fills ink fountains and mixes fountain solutions at correct pH and assists in the setup of coating or other in-line finishing equipment.
• Records the quantity of ink used on the printed job.
• Checks plates for visible imperfections and checks press sheets for marks and abrasions.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable OSHA and EPA federal and state rules, regulations, policies and guidelines and Company safety rules.
• Performs routine and preventive maintenance on all assigned equipment.
• Keep an ongoing list of maintenance issues to be addressed.
• And other job duties as assigned

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In keeping with Mittera’s philosophy that each individual should be encouraged to reach his or her full potential, and in compliance with the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations or modifications will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Hours may vary depending on departmental staffing needs.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• 1 – 3+ years of experience as a multicolor web second press operator preferred
• Full comprehension in reading work instructions and business memos
• Effective communications skills with all levels within the organization
• Ability to use basic math skills, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, measurements and critical thinking, to solve practical problems
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Must have the ability to work effectively in stressful situations and meet stringent deadlines
• Be organized and able to plan, prioritize and follow through on projects assigned with minimal supervision
• Has basic computer skills
• Must be self-motivated, reliable, and quality, safety oriented
• Perform other duties as needed

Physical Requirements

• Requires use of proper body mechanics with pushing, pulling, reaching, lifting, squatting, kneeling, and bending
• Pushing/pulling and lifting up to 50 lbs
• Requires fine motor hand and arm movement, manual dexterity, and coordination
• Requires near visual acuity
• Requires working around and operating departmental equipment
• Must be able to access and navigate each department in the facility
• Requires the ability to function in a professional manner under stressful circumstances

Occasional = 33% or less of the workday

Frequent = 34 – 66% of the workday

Constant = 67 – 100% of the workday